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Old Sep 30, 2014 | 10:39 PM
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i need to trouble shoot a 74 corvette.Its not cranking over. does any body have a starting wiring diagram.Thanks for your time and help guys and gals.
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If you haven't already done so, I would do some simple things first such as load testing the battery and checking both ends of its cables for tight clean connections and for their condition. Be aware that that battery cables can corrode under their insulation. Good luck.
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